Elm Students and Staff Show Off Their Talents

Krista Kerber

April 21, 2026

Photos in this article were taken by Dave Porreca, Communications & Social Media Specialist.

Thursday, April 2 was a big day for Elm Middle School, as they hosted their annual talent show! This show was one to remember, with acts ranging from speed typing to waltz dancing. Some standout acts included student David Robledo Avila’s rendition of “My Way” by Frank Sinatra (pictured in the article’s featured photo), 8th grader Yuriy Strogush’s performance of “Welcome to Paradise” by Green Day, spirited routines from Elm’s cheer and pom teams, and a few unforgettable performances from Elm staff members.

Another fan favorite was a group performance of Bruno Mars’ “I Just Might” by student David Melendez and The Palm Boys. This performance energized the crowd, with students and families cheering so loudly that it was hard to hear the music!

The talent show closed out with a heartfelt performance of the song “Don’t Stop Believin’” by health teacher Gina Cannici. The performance featured staff members playing bucket drums while wearing light-up headbands, and the audience couldn’t help but sing and dance along.

A huge shoutout goes out to everyone involved! What an incredible showcase of all of the wonderful students and staff we have here at 401.

Check out the full program below, browse our SmugMug photo gallery, and watch a fun highlight reel of the day!

Hosts/Emcees:

Evangeline Avila and Jacob Rodriguez (8th)

Crew Members:

Sylvia Dabrowski (7th), Jessica Duro (7th), Myya Gabr (6th), and Cataleya Feliciano (6th)

Musical Performances - Instruments

Molly Shanahan (7th) – Violin | “Adoration” by Felix Borowski
Cameron Crawford (6th) – Piano | “In the Hall of the Mountain King” by Edvard Grieg
Luke D’Angelo (8th) – Drums | “I Ain’t Worried” by OneRepublic
Yuriy Strogush (8th) – Guitar & Vocals | “Welcome to Paradise” by Green Day
Margaux Malalis (8th) – Ukulele & Vocals | “The Fate of Ophelia” by Taylor Swift
Ms. Valentine & Vincent Lewis – Violin & Piano | “Espresso” by Sabrina Carpenter
Musical Mayhem (6th) – “Let’s Go Band” (pep band tune/traditional)
Valeria Villegas - Flute
Luisangel Trujillo - Alto Sax
Brayden Loughnane - Alto Sax
Jeffry Hagins - Alto Sax
Henry Smith - Trumpet
Dylan Urban - Trumpet
Matias Medrano - Trombone
Tristan Peters-Hampton - Trombone
Felix Clucas - Drums

Musical Performances - Vocalists

Karolina Arroyo & Mya Moran (8th) – “From the Start” by Laufey
David Robledo Avila (8th) – “My Way” by Frank Sinatra
Francesca Kluza & Hifaa Al-Jarradat (6th) – “I Knew You Were Trouble” by Taylor Swift
Sienna Burgos (8th) – “Speechless” from Aladdin by Naomi Scott
Vivian Ross (7th) – “Keroppi” Intro theme/song

The Dreamers (6th) – “A Million Dreams” from The Greatest Showman
Anabella Aguirre
Nia Bowser
Atticus Cameron
Isabella Cardona
Marian Medrano

David Melendez and The Palm Boys (8th) – Vocals & Dance | “I Just Might” by Bruno Mars
Kaiden Alvarado
Stephen Butera
Finn Cahill
Mateo Castulo
Jimmy Craig
Caleb Guerrero
Michael Losurdo
Leo Mascioletti
Carlos Olivan
Pascual Perez
Ian Salgado
Evan Villa
Declan Cahill (7th)
Andrii Krushevskyi (6th)
Michael Hall (6th)

Mr. Hawk & Ms. Kulikowski – Duet & Dance | “L.O.V.E” by Nat King Cole

Dance Performances

Class of ’30 Getting Sturdy (8th) – Pop Mix Routine
Andreea Benzar
Hailey Bey
Ella Bucknell
Adriana Canedo
Fiona Casella
Jaylee Chavez
Miranda Herrera
Olive Jenkins
Arianna Perez
Delilah Rodriguez
Giulianna Shamie
Alani Zamudio
Laina Zamudio

Ms. Hong’s Class (8th) – Romeo & Juliet Routine
Elm Cheer Team (Coach Thibodeau) – “Rock That Body” Routine
Elm Poms Team (Coach Berkery) – “Where Them Girls At” Routine
Ms. Slokva and Surprise Guest (Mr. Goodman!) – Waltz Dance Routine